Chambersburg Community Theatre announces cast of Peter Pan

CHAMBERSBURG >> Chambersburg Community Theatre (CCT) will end its 60th season with the high-flying musical adventure "Peter Pan" from May 10-18 and has announced its cast.

Based on J.M. Barrie's classic tale and featuring an unforgettable score by Mark Charlap and Jule Styne with lyrics by Carolyn Leigh, Betty Comden and Adolph Green, "Peter Pan" is one of the most beloved and frequently performed family favorites of all time. The show is directed by Shawn R. Martin with musical direction by Stephanie Salisbury and choreography by Ray C. Shaw.

Peter, played by Kelly West, and his mischievous fairy sidekick Tinkerbell visit the nursery of the Darling children (Katie Greenawalt as Wendy, Noah Gross as John and Gregory Freeman as Michael) late one night and with a sprinkle of pixie dust begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget. In the adventure of a lifetime the travelers come face to face with a ticking crocodile, a fierce Indian tribe, a band of bungling pirates, and of course the villainous Captain Hook, portrayed for the second time for CCT by Lee R. Merriman.

Other cast members include Jessica Sharpe as Mrs. Darling and Elise Monheim as Liza. The lovable nursemaid dog Nana will be played by Lauren Gabler, who will also play the crocodile. Karla Lowman will play the grown-up Wendy and Sydney Wenger will play her daughter Jane.

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The Lost Boys in Neverland will be played by Logan Conner, Cadence Brown, Torrence Brown, Logan Cook, Sara Policicchio and Andrew Pregartner. Captain Hook's sidekick Mr. Smee will be played by Christian Witmer. Other pirates are Leanne Bell, Ben Hergenroeder, Robyn Thompson, Karen Powers-Davis and Katie Merriman. Tiger Lily will be played by Megan Bard and her band of Indians will be played by Camryn Mountz, Ella Snyder, Trista Taylor, Siobahn Sungenis and Bailee Vink. Samantha Lowman will play the Lion, Leah Morgan will be the Kangaroo and Ashley Roman will play the Ostrich.

"Peter Pan" opens Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m. with additional evening performances May 15, 16 and 17 at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinee performances at 2 pm on May 11 and 18. Tickets are $18 for adults, $13 for students (age 13 thru college with ID) and $8 for children (age 3-12). Additional $2 per ticket Capitol Theatre service fees will apply.

Due to contract restrictions seating is limited, so reservations are strongly recommended and can be made online at www.cctonline.org, at the Capitol Theatre Box Office located inside the main theatre lobby at 159 S Main St., or by calling 717-263-0202. Group discounts are available through the Box Office.

Featuring the iconic songs "I'm Flying," "I've Gotta Crow," "I Won't Grow Up," and "Never Never Land," and a rousing book full of magic, warmth, and adventure, Peter Pan is the perfect show for the child in all of us who dreamed of soaring high and never growing up.

CCT's production will feature flying effects by Flying By Foy. The show is sponsored by GDC IT Solutions.

Chambersburg Community Theatre, Inc. is the resident theatre company of the historic Capitol Theatre. It is the mission of CCT to entertain, educate and increase participation in and appreciation of live theatre. For more information about CCT and its programs, please contact the CCT office at 717-263-3900 or visit the website at www.cctonline.org.

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